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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1907
Page
1
Testimony from Chief Officer Roberts and Chief Engineer Paul details minutes after impact, rapid flooding, and crew actions. Inspector Turner declares the investigation closed with a week to review and decide.
MiGH and Sunday saloon trade lead as Mavor Moore throws the first ball of a lively afternoon. The Butte and Beattie teams clash over reputations while Seattle manager Dugdale eyes revenge. A street parade with Wagner’s band marks the pageantry as rival managers Dugdale and Hall ride in carriages behind red and blue teams.
Early today quakes were felt in Palmview and fowth Paley with two tremors in Constantinople. Names Renee Speoley Mickey Sue Rows Wilcox Cudmore appear in the Seattle lineup listing. Telegraph Service reports brief seismic activity across the regions with no further details.
William Constantine was sentenced to one year in the state penitentiary and a $5000 fine after being found guilty of assault with intent to do bodily injury to Jesse Hall. Judge George R. Morrie indicated the verdict was a compromise and noted the maximum penalty was two years and $16,000, a result many found too lenient. Constantine plans an appeal and remains free on bond during the process.
A local committee moves to limit the mayor's authority by a charter clause requiring a bond from the date of passage. Officials say the new clause may not effectively impede the mayor, and it calls for bond deposits within ten days.
In Waco on a cold night a domestic quarrel ended with John Ford slain by an ax. His wife was arrested this morning and charged with the murder.
Reports from Centralia detail the disappearance of Carl Starke a Seattle born baker who recently lived with his wife and daughter in Centralia. Police consider death by own action as a leading theory while some believe a murder occurred after a quarrel with another woman. Bloodstained bedding, a river search along Skookum Chuck and conflicting statements from colleagues and the union suggest a troubled domestic case with no conclusive body found.
Ten year old Preddy, son of Mr and Mrs, rested well after a morning knockdown by a motor vehicle owned by A J Blethen. Medical staff express cautious optimism as the boy begins recovery following treatment yesterday.
City Attorney T B MacMahon demands county commissioners revoke the saloon licenses held by James F Wilson BH Sloan G L Ange vine and A W Harker all of Youngstown within one mile of West Seattle. He says West Seattle will present a formal petition to the commissioners next Tuesday and may take action if the licenses are not revoked. He notes West Seattle authority over licensing within one mile outside city limits and warns of further steps. Dr J A Henry evangelist offers a service at the Tabernacle church flagged for Monday.
The Star reports on con men known as Tiger Fat and Vital Sparks hawking Oriental remedies for two dollars, claiming cure all arthritis rheumatism and vitality. They route crowds with staged tales of origin and education while pocketing profits from gullible buyers.
Local stevedores have taken no action on the longshoremen union demand for May 1. The demand seeks a raise of about 25 percent in most lines. Employers are divided, some deeming an increase justified while others find the demands excessive.
The Seattle board of finance designated depositories including Union Bay and Trust Co National Bank of Commerce Dexter Horton Co Beattie National Bank and eleven other banks in Seattle. The action names the city’s financial institutions for official handling of municipal funds and transactions.
London April 20 Sir Armstrong proprietor of the London Globe died today after a brief illness His death removes a leading newspaper figure and prompts tributes from colleagues and readers across Britain The Globe and other papers plan obituaries and dedications in his memory.
The Russo-Chinese bank of Port Arthur, China sues the National Bank of Commerce of Seattle for 36194 in a U S district court claim arising from a draft drawn by Centennial Mill Company of Seattle on Clarkson & Co Port Arthur. The draft dated December 11 1900 90 day term was unpaid after Port Arthur fell to troops and Seattle later sought repayment citing an agreement that payment would be reversed if Clarkson had not paid.
Councilman A G Keene searched for KR Dunlap the prohibitionist leader to rebut charges he backed liquor sales by druggists without prescriptions. Dunlap was away until Monday as recall talk against Keene circulated. Drug gists push new law amid public sentiment while insiders describe behind the scenes moves and liquor sales probes.
A signalman identified as Don Williams Zeits was killed in a train wreck caused by a signaling mistake. The moving picture sequence showed robbers bound to the rafted area as the train failed to stop and was run over.
April 20 The grand jury in Ban Francisco is hearing corruption charges in the police department. Captain Mooney who levelled the accusations is expected to present a full account of graft and hush money from Tenderloin resorts and criminals.
April 20 reported a major blaze in Manila destroying about 1100 houses across Bingalong Pace and Bambang districts. Firemen soldiers and sailors saved American settlements at Ermita and Malate as strong winds fueled rapid spread, with losses estimated around 200000 dollars.
Frank Smith, discharged waiter, killed John Marcovich in Marcovich's restaurant in Oakland in front of the victim's wife and many guests. A thorough search across Oakland San Francisco and nearby bays has yet to locate him. The Eagles’ lodge opened new club rooms at Seventh and Pine with a banquet attended by over 1,000 members and friends.
The Merchant Tailors association vows to push an open shop Monday amid strikers protests. Ten members attend Labor Temple meeting and reject concessions while employers warn of hiring nonunion workers if demands aren’t met. Executors weigh union ultimatum over extras pay.
In San Francisco on April 20, President Calhoun of United Railroads declared a new stance on the company's policy amid calls for reform. He outlined plans to address public concerns and improve safety and service across the system.
The proposal to renew the contract on the same terms after May 1 is treated as the final ultimatum. Car men refuse to back down from demands for $3 per day and an eight hour day, threatening a strike if Calhoun’s terms stand.
Mrs Latra Sondheim complains to the board of public works about the poor condition of Lakeview avenue near Park Drive. The address is not provided.
A Seattle columnist discusses a Birdsview husband proposing a correspondence club for the unhappily married as a discreet outlet for companionship. He advocates safe, typewritten unsigned letters sought to provide solace without scandal. The piece mocks clandestine liaisons and urges closer life engagement.
Washington April 26 General orders of the War Department announced General Funston will be removed from command of the southern division and placed in command of the Department of California with headquarters in San Francisco. The change likely takes effect June 30. General MacArthur travels to Milwaukee to finish foreign trip reports. This marks the first move toward abolishing army divisions.
A Humane Society inspection visit to the county jail was postponed after a committee meeting at the Rainier Grand hotel. Inmates awaited inspection with smiles as corridors were scrubbed and the jail appeared immaculate due to staff and prisoners efforts.
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